Erika, Author at Scoliosis SOS

Sep

2017

Scoliosis Treatment for Tiani from Sri Lanka

Erika

Here at Scoliosis SOS, we’ve treated people from all over the world – scoliosis sufferers of all ages have come from many, many different countries to receive non-surgical scoliosis treatment at our clinic in London. One of those countries is Sri Lanka, and one of our recent patients was the lovely 11-year-old Tiani Perera. This is … Read more

Sep

2017

Hypermobility and Scoliosis

Erika

If a person has scoliosis, this condition can manifest itself in a multitude of different ways. Aside from the most obvious symptom – a visibly curved spine – patients may experience any number of other effects, from back pain and stiffness to muscular imbalance, constipation, and even compromised breathing. Another condition that seems to be quite … Read more

Sep

2017

Scoliosis in Babies: Infantile & Congenital Scoliosis

Erika

Scoliosis is fairly rare amongst babies and young children, as in most cases the spinal curve doesn’t develop until adolescence. However, that’s doesn’t mean that babies are never affected. Broadly speaking, there are two types of scoliosis in babies: infantile scoliosis and congenital scoliosis. Today, we’re going to explain the differences and similarities between each … Read more

Sep

2017

Hyperkyphosis Brace: How Does it Work?

Erika

Hyperkyphosis is a spinal disorder which refers to the excessive forward curvature of the upper back. Hyperkyphosis is usually diagnosed once the curvature reaches over 50 degrees; prior to that, it is just known as kyphosis and does not typically require treatment. What is a hyperkyphosis brace? A hyperkyphosis brace is a form of … Read more

Sep

2017

Massage for Scoliosis: Methods and Benefits

Erika

If you have scoliosis, you may be accustomed to the back pain and stiffness that stem from the curvature of your spine. Massage is a method that’s often used to combat backache, but can massages help scoliosis patients specifically? The answer is that, while massage obviously cannot cure scoliosis, specialised massage treatments can be effective for treating the … Read more